Wasted Potential Posted September 21, 2017 Author Share Posted September 21, 2017 If I could redo it, I would just spend the ~320 on sending unit, gasket, mount plate, and nuts. Instead I saw a bit of rust that scared me into buying another $400 worth of gas tank, evap lines, exhaust gaskets, bolts, gas filler tube, etc. to replace the tank. I am debating just buying an OBX-R catback as the exhaust is crusty and I need to drop it anyhow... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 FWIW, the stock exhaust is able to last a very long time. Don't worry about how it looks. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted September 21, 2017 Author Share Posted September 21, 2017 The exhaust is something I originally wanted to do (waa hoping just to do an axleback). But for a nameless axleback with mufflers it is $529, this catback is a little over $100 cheaper, and I will add a magnaflow oval in between. My logic is that if I am taking the old off, I might as well put new on haha. That's why I ended up buying a ton of random bolts and gaskets that might be reused, but would rather have that "piece of mind" factor. The exhaust part is the problem that I wanted a daily driver that was quasi enjoyable after selling my other toys. $500 for the enjoyment of sound is a price I have to pay,.. I was bummed I am doing all this back end work with no touching of the motor... if I was up there it would already be a vf52 and different up and down pipes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 I've recently had a Invidia Q300 on my wagon, it's catless, it was too loud for everyday driving. That replaced the rusted out custom "Y" adaptor I had welded to the stock mid pipe, and 2.25" custom bent pipes back to Magnaflow knocks offs and 4" tips. That exhaust sounded great under WOT and was nice for everyday driving. The Q300 is now on my Spec B, catted DP. its an amazing difference, the Q300 is quiet around the neighborhood. Will take it out on the highway this Saturday night. The wagon has the Pro Lab Tuning open mufflers on the stock mid pipe from the Spec. It's fun with the windows down but too loud for a long drive. I may put the stock mufflers back on for winter, or take the old stock mid pipe with the rusty "Y" back to the shop who made it 5 years ago and see if they can order a better "Y" and fit that system back on the car. I will also say I like the throttle response of the stock midpipe. I can post pictures later when I'm home if you'd like. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted September 21, 2017 Author Share Posted September 21, 2017 Yes please. I am shocked what a difference just the y section may make. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x40/92Si/DSCN7686_zps96ozlkbw.jpg http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x40/92Si/DSCN7687_zpswjc66vpc.jpg http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x40/92Si/DSCN7688_zpsxyzxbkd3.jpg http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x40/92Si/DSCN7689_zpsjl3jr2jt.jpg http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x40/92Si/DSCN7690_zpsfzanujhu.jpg http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x40/92Si/DSCN7684_zps9isefztc.jpg http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x40/92Si/DSCN7544_zpskbv1whmu.jpg http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x40/92Si/DSCN5309_zps4ab2c8e9.jpg http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x40/92Si/DSCN5328_zpsbe7c4abf.jpg 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted September 22, 2017 Author Share Posted September 22, 2017 Wow, that y portion is.... something else haha. What is the change from spec b exhaust portion to legacy gt stock? Just ordered the OBX catback for $400 shipped. Not bad when I see it for 550-600! Not sure if I will try running without a mid muffler before the Y, or if I will just order the magnaflow 11219 to weld in place of the often leaky 'slip' fitting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robburns201 Posted September 22, 2017 Share Posted September 22, 2017 Out with the old.... Sent from my 0PJA2 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted September 22, 2017 Share Posted September 22, 2017 Wow, that y portion is.... something else haha. What is the change from spec b exhaust portion to legacy gt stock? Just ordered the OBX catback for $400 shipped. Not bad when I see it for 550-600! Not sure if I will try running without a mid muffler before the Y, or if I will just order the magnaflow 11219 to weld in place of the often leaky 'slip' fitting The stock pipes are the same except the wagons have longer tips to clear the larger rear bumper. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted September 22, 2017 Share Posted September 22, 2017 Out with the old.... Sent from my 0PJA2 using Tapatalk That doesn't look as bad as mine did. That small nipple to the right of the fill pipe was rusted off. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted September 22, 2017 Author Share Posted September 22, 2017 Mine is not leaking from any nipples/tank sides that I'm aware of yet, but those prior mentioned corners are pretty bad in two spots where the flanges meet. I keep sitting here debating if it was necessary, but due to local salt it makes me believe one more winter it would've been rotted through. I feel that when doing repairs, over reacting and doing more than just the bare bones usually saves my butt later on. For the new tank that already has protestant on it, I can just decrease and re apply POR15, or do I need to metal prep and all? I know the new metal filler is to get metal prep due to possible residue lingering before POR15 goes on it, but don't want to spend 6 hours prepping the tank. I have my Haynes manual (maybe chilton, cannot remember which) but have not looked to required procedure. I see people mention dropping rear unit of subframe holding diff. and all... you mention cutting a hole in the subframe, I am unsure for what bolt you needed to do this. Did you weld over with a patch after? This car is pretty bad rust wise underneath (especially this scaling on the rear subframe unit holding the drivetrain/suspension/diff.). Not sure if I should just play it safe and drop everything as specified? I'm sure I will have a lot of rusted together bolts... seems i need to go get more never seize.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted September 22, 2017 Share Posted September 22, 2017 The body shop had the rear subframe sitting on a tranny jack when I saw the car. The nut was one for one of the subframe bolts. They did weld the hole and rust proofed. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted September 22, 2017 Author Share Posted September 22, 2017 Ironic, I have access to a lift. But no tranny jack, hopefully no redneck engineering becomes present in the garage.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted September 22, 2017 Author Share Posted September 22, 2017 Company just emailed me stating they don't have the exhaust in stock and would put me in back order (at least 1 month out). Hopefully can find another OBX-R setup for sub or around 500... they only wanted 400! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted September 24, 2017 Author Share Posted September 24, 2017 Not that this is a "my car build blog..." But I need new rear control arms and found out the dumbo welded the downpipe flange to the midpipe as the gasket must have been leaking.... anyone know what size flange or part number to get to replace it with as I will weld in a new one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 This is the stock mid pipe welded to a stock dp ? If you have a 3" dp going on, just cut the mid pipe off. An exhaust shop may be the best place to ask, or see if the auto parts stores can order you he flanges, someone has to carry them. May be call Walker Exhaust and ask them. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robburns201 Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 That doesn't look as bad as mine did. That small nipple to the right of the fill pipe was rusted off.Ya the nipple to the right of fill...I'm just glad to be able to fill up...not just 20$ Sent from my 0PJA2 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 Yea, nice to be able to fill the tank and not smell fuel...or see a spot on the driveway. Had to put a new battery in the wagon today, the old one I put in Oct 09. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted September 24, 2017 Author Share Posted September 24, 2017 I believe I get about 2 to 3 years out of a duralast lol... not my brand of choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted September 29, 2017 Author Share Posted September 29, 2017 Just an update... I've gotten exhaust stuff, suspension, and brake stuff which has been ordered after my fuel stuff... still waiting for filler pipe, gaskets, and bolts! Just called and they told me they are checking on the order and will call me back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted October 1, 2017 Author Share Posted October 1, 2017 Got the grade A tank from the salvage ysrd... it's worse than mine.. Going to replace just the sending unit to hopefully get me through the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted October 6, 2017 Author Share Posted October 6, 2017 Replaced the control arms, nameless 5 inch axleback, and sending unit. After a 20 minute drive, no smells... yet that I can notice... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 Keep us updated. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasted Potential Posted October 9, 2017 Author Share Posted October 9, 2017 Pulled the seat immediately before, and left it off as I got gas, no leaks! Put a nameless exhaust on, sounds good. Nowhere nearly as bad of drone as I was expecting. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uY0HQDE94kY I may need to buy a new catback section to the axleback as the flange meeting up to the axleback is nearly non existant after needing to hack it apart... Has a small exhaust leak somewhere up front, but not horrible, will have to be under it while running to check it out... Buying charcoal paint for the rims as they are curbed, bright blue caliper paint as I'm replacing both rears and will just paint them all. As well as ordered rally armor flaps.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robburns201 Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 If you bought exhaust brand new then it's gonna get louder....sounds great now tho Sent from my 0PJA2 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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